The constructor, based in the town for nearly 40 years, issued the "light-hearted" Woking International Circuit proposal on Tuesday (August 15).

McLaren's plan for a Woking Grand Prix (Image: McLaren)

Said McLaren: "The team believes a street race around some of the Surrey town's most famous and celebrated spots would raise Woking’s profile, enabling it to join the ranks of Monaco and Singapore as one of Formula 1’s most glamorous and iconic race locations.

"The main thrust of the project is to create a world-class Formula 1 venue – the Woking International Circuit – that will link elements of the town’s commercial , industrial and residential centres ."

The proposed 4.85km (3.01-mile) circuit would include Victoria Way, Boundary Road, Albert Drive, back down Maybury Road, cutting down Stanley Road and along Church Street West.